America's Turning Point
E.A. Johnston calls America to recognize its spiritual turning point and seek revival by returning to God’s authority and biblical principles.
In "America's Turning Point," E.A. Johnston reflects on the nation’s spiritual decline and calls for a return to God’s authority and biblical foundations. He highlights the significance of the 2017 National Day of Prayer as a pivotal moment for national repentance and revival. This prophetic sermon urges believers to seek God’s mercy and grace to heal a divided and sin-sick society.
Full Transcript
I remember America, when the church still had authority, and there was still a fear of God in the land. I remember a nation that stood on biblical principles, and looked to God for guidance, and to the church for direction. It was okay to pray in public school back then, and the Ten Commandments were publicly displayed.
And if any atheist cried out against it, there were more than enough Christians to shout that person down because God had the majority in the nation back then. When President Trump declared September 3rd, 2017, a National Day of Prayer, it marks a turning point in this divided nation of ours. It turns the thoughts and hearts of a nation back to Almighty God, whose blessings we desperately need at this hour.
May God, in His mercy, send a spiritual awakening to this once great land, that used to fear Him and honor His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. May the great God send healing to this sin-sick society, and shower His church with His plentiful effusions of grace, in revival once again. As America looks up to God for guidance, and admits her utter dependence upon Him.
Let us pray.
Sermon Outline
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I. Remembering America's Spiritual Heritage
- Church once held authority in the land
- Biblical principles guided the nation
- Public prayer and Ten Commandments were accepted
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II. Recognizing the Current Spiritual Crisis
- Loss of fear of God in society
- Rise of division and secularism
- Need for national repentance and revival
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III. The Turning Point: A Call to Prayer
- National Day of Prayer declared in 2017
- Invitation to turn hearts back to God
- Dependence on God for healing and guidance
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IV. Hope for Revival and Restoration
- Praying for spiritual awakening
- Seeking God’s mercy and grace
- Restoring honor to Jesus Christ
Key Quotes
“I remember America, when the church still had authority, and there was still a fear of God in the land.” — E.A. Johnston
“When President Trump declared September 3rd, 2017, a National Day of Prayer, it marks a turning point in this divided nation of ours.” — E.A. Johnston
“May God, in His mercy, send a spiritual awakening to this once great land, that used to fear Him and honor His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.” — E.A. Johnston
Application Points
- Commit to praying regularly for national revival and spiritual awakening.
- Encourage your community to uphold biblical values and principles.
- Depend on God’s guidance in times of societal division and uncertainty.